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UST Holds Panel Discussion on Uprisings in Egypt, Tunisia2/1/2011

The University of St. Thomas Center for International Studies will host a panel discussion, “Contagious Uprisings: Harbingers for Change in Tunisia, Egypt and the Region?” at 6 p.m., on Tuesday, Feb. 8, in Ahern Room of Crooker Center, 3909 Graustark.

This program will address the political uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt and examine not only their implications for political change within each country, but also prospects for a contagion effect to other parts of the region. Additionally, speakers will address current U.S. foreign policy and assess the American responses thus far.

Center for International Studies
Established in 1981, the Center for International Studies is Houston's oldest degree-granting center of international higher learning. International Studies prepares students for careers in international business, law, politics and public service. In addition, the Center promotes understanding of international relations, cultural differences and the benefits that come from cooperation within the human family.